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  1. www.english-heritage.org.uk › visit › placesVisit Farleigh Hungerford Castle | English Heritage

    The remains of Farleigh Hungerford Castle stand in the beautiful valley of the river Frome, just nine miles from Bath. Started in the 14th century, the fortified mansion still has much for visitors to enjoy - providing a great day out for families, couples, and walkers enjoying the surrounding countryside.

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      History of Farleigh Hungerford Castle. Begun in the late...

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  3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Farleigh_Hungerford_CastleFarleigh Hungerford Castle - Wikipedia

    Farleigh Hungerford Castle, sometimes called Farleigh Castle or Farley Castle, is a medieval castle in Farleigh Hungerford, Somerset, England. The castle was built in two phases: the inner court was constructed between 1377 and 1383 by Sir Thomas Hungerford, who made his fortune as steward to John of Gaunt.

  4. www.english-heritage.org.uk › visit › placesHistory of Farleigh Hungerford Castle | English Heritage

    History of Farleigh Hungerford Castle. Begun in the late 14th century, Farleigh Hungerford Castle was for 300 years the home of the Hungerfords, a family that after distinguished beginnings suffered a series of disasters and scandals – some of which took place within the castle walls.

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  6. www.english-heritage.org.uk › visit › placesFarleigh Hungerford Castle | English Heritage

    Impressive 14th century castle with hidden treasures and sinister past. Chapel with rare medieval wall paintings and in the crypt, the best collection of human-shaped lead coffins in Britain.

  7. www.english-heritage.org.uk › visit › placesDescription of Farleigh Hungerford Castle | English Heritage

    Set on the Somerset border with Wiltshire, Farleigh Hungerford Castle stands on rising ground above the Devil's Dyke brook, a tributary of the nearby river Frome. The castle incorporates two main areas: the inner court, the oldest and always the most important part, built in the late 14th century; and the outer court, encompassing the chapel ...

  8. www.castlepedia.org › castles › farleigh-hungerfordFarleigh Hungerford Castle - Castlepedia

    Dec 22, 2023 · Nestled in the picturesque countryside of Somerset, near the famous city of Bath in the United Kingdom, Farleigh Hungerford Castle stands as a testament to medieval architecture and history.

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  10. www.visitsomerset.co.uk › things-to-do › attractionsFarleigh Hungerford Castle | Farleigh Hungerford | Things to ...

    In a beautiful valley of the river Frome, on the border between Wiltshire and Somerset and only nine miles from Bath, stands the remains of Farleigh Hungerford Castle. Started in the 14th century, it still has much for visitors to enjoy and provides a great day out for families with children, couples and even walkers enjoying the beautiful ...